Idaho | Boise’s Basque-Vietnamese Fusion Gem 🥖🍚

📍 Basquenese 370 S 8th St, Boise, ID 83702 A cozy little spot run by a Basque + Vietnamese couple, tucked inside a downtown food court 🧡 They specialize in sandwiches and rice bowls — fusion at its most heartfelt! Though slightly pricier than average for sandwiches, the portions are generous — easily enough for two meals! 🥪🍱 What to try: Vietnamese Bahn Mi → The crispy pork belly is INSANELY good! 🤤 It’s marinated like in Taiwanese braised pork rice, then fried till crispy — rich but not greasy. Perfect in a bowl, too! Char Siu → Just okay… it’s mostly the color that says “char siu” 🍖😅 Basque Sandwich → Solid, but for better chorizo, hit up Basque Market or Ansots nearby The walls are lined with old family photos 📸 — a touching glimpse into their immigration stories and the beautiful blend of cultures that brought this place to life. Vibe: Unassuming, personal, and full of flavor — a true hidden gem in the heart of downtown 🌟 #BoiseEats #FusionFood #BasqueViet #FoodCourtFind #ImmigrantStories #EatLocal #BoiseFoodie #IdahoDining